PEEC: Pocono Environmental Education Center

Employment Opportunities at PEEC

Interns and instructors play a vital role in the daily operations of PEEC. Our success is intricately connected with the endeavors of our staff in education, public relations, program development, and managing facilities. Instructors and Interns lead activity sessions covering a wide range of topics including aquatic ecology, forest ecology, wildlife studies, geology, environmental stewardship, orienteering, teambuilding, canoeing and interpretive hikes. See a full list of our program offerings in our program planning packet.

Now Hiring
PEEC’s programming season runs from mid February through November. Terms of employment may be 3 to 10 months and Instructors frequently return in February after a break during the winter months.

We accept applications for Intern and Instructor positions on a rolling basis. Generally, we hire several Instructors to start in February, May, and late August. We do occasionally hire between these times, if program demand is high. Interns tend to work during the summer months (May-August), but we welcome Interns during all seasons. PEEC has agreements with many colleges/universities for academic scholarships. Each summer, we hire Counselors and Camp Interns for our summer day camp and some of our Instructors and Interns work mostly with the camp program from mid-June to mid-August. If you are interested in working with Summer Camp, please be sure to indicate this in your cover letter.
What positions can I apply for?
Instructor: Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
Intern: Completed at least two years of college courses in related field.
Camp Intern: Completed at least one year of college courses in related field. Live off campus.
Volunteer: At least 15 years of age with interest and some related experience.

Positions Available

Environmental Education Instructor
Environmental Education Intern
Summer Camp Volunteer
Summer Camp Intern

Occasionally, we experience turnover in our longer term positions, including our Staff Naturalist and mid-management positions. When this occurs, openings will be listed on this page.

Additional Positions Currently Available

Contact Information:
Allison Owczarczak
RR2 Box 1010, Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328
(570) 828-2319

Application Process
To apply, please send a resume, a cover letter stating your interest and highlighting your qualifications, and a list of three references with contact information to Allison Owczarczak. We will contact you to arrange an interview.

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR
PEEC currently has instructional staff openings for the 2010 season. PEEC Instructors will offer lessons and activities addressing a wide range of topics relating to natural history and ecology, environmental issues, outdoor living skills, teamwork and communication. Group participants range from pre-school children to adults.

PEEC Instructor positions are typically three to ten month appointments, with the possibility of renewal for the following year. The 2010 season will start in early February and most contracts will run through late November. We also welcome applications from those wishing to start in April or May and work through August. Preference will be given to those willing to commit to the entire season. Job responsibilities will include the following:

Plan and deliver environmental education programs

Develop program activities & lessons facilitated at the center

Assist with facility upkeep and receptionist duties

Qualifications for Instructor positions include a college degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Education, or related discipline, experience teaching and/or working with groups, ability to work independently and as a team player, a positive and progressive mindset, and an orientation towards working to complete tasks with quality. Certifications in First Aid, CPR, AED, and/or Life guarding are desirable.
Salary: $900 monthly, plus room and board.

To Apply: Send cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications along with resume and list of references to:
Allison Owczarczak
RR2 Box 1010, Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328
(570) 828-2319

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ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION INTERN
The Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is located within the National Park Service's Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The center's outdoor classroom consists of a 38-acre campus with easy access to over 250,000 acres of public lands.

PEEC internships provide an excellent opportunity for individuals to gain first hand experience in the day-to-day operations of a large residential environmental education center. PEEC Interns will handle similar responsibilities to our instructors, with the addition of special internship trainings and projects. Responsibilities will include offering lessons and activities addressing a wide range of topics relating to natural history and ecology, environmental issues, outdoor living skills, teamwork and communication. Group participants range from pre-school children to adults.

Internships are normally 3 to 4 months, but can be 2 to 10 months. Responsibilities will include:

Plan and deliver environmental education programs
Develop program activities & lessons facilitated at the center
Facility upkeep and receptionist activities

PEEC internships are often used to complement a college degree program in Environmental Studies or related discipline, and can be arranged in partnership with a college or university to provide academic credit. Our strongest intern applicants are enrolled in, or have recently completed, coursework in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Education, or related disciplines. Experience teaching and/or working with groups is preferred and we look for an ability to work independently and as a team player, a positive and progressive mindset, and an orientation towards working to complete tasks with quality. Certifications in First Aid, CPR, AED and/or Life guarding are desirable.
Internships stipend: $600 per month plus room and board.

To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to:
Allison Owczarczak
RR2 Box 1010, Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328
(570) 828-2319

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PEEC SUMMER CAMP VOLUNTEER
Description: Day Camp Volunteers are responsible for the care of those children enrolled in the program. PEEC’s counselors provide leadership in program activities, are an appropriate role model, and assist the Camp Coordinators & the Camp Manager in all aspects of the program. They are crucial in adding energy and enthusiasm to the program; while meeting the daily needs of children.

Specific Responsibilites:

Provide opportunities for each child to experience a successful program
Enthusiastically participate in all program activities with children
Actively promote an environment that is safe and fun for all the children in the program
Assist with snacks, meals, set-up and clean-up of each days program

Assist children and the Camp Director with arrival and departure procedures

Qualifications:

Must be 16 years of age or older
Strong interest & enthusiasm for the outdoors and sharing nature and the environment with children
Ability to present a professional appearance, punctuality, demonstrated responsibility
Ability to work with children ages 3 – 12
Previous experience with summer camps is preferred
First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard certifications a plus

Dates of Responsibilites:
Training: June 14th - 19th
Camp: June 21st - August 20th

To apply: Download Summer Camp Volunteer Application and email complete application to Mike Liese. Or print and mail to:

Pocono Environmental Education Center
RR2 Box 1010
Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328

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